An attempt to kidnap in Vienna: The nine -year -old escapes the stranger!

An attempt to kidnap in Vienna: The nine -year -old escapes the stranger!

In a worrying incident in Vienna-Donaustadt, a man tried to kidnap a nine-year-old boy at around 12 noon on Monday afternoon. The incident occurred in Langobardenstrasse when the boy was on the way from school for afternoon care. The unknown perpetrator spoke to the child, asked him to follow him and even took his hand. Fortunately, the boy could tear away and escape. The police confirmed the incident and informed that the investigation is currently underway.

The police spokeswoman Julia Schick explained that the descriptions of the incident are documented and the police have already contacted the school management and the Vienna Education Directorate. This incident is not the first of its kind in the region, because about two weeks ago there was a similar attempt near the Wulzendorfstrasse elementary school. Similar cases in Upper Austria, especially in the Linz-Land district and in the Mühl and Innviertel, were reported in the weeks before.

Investigations and prevention

The police conduct extensive investigations to identify the perpetrator and prevent further incidents. Those responsible emphasize the importance of the Enlightenment in order to ensure children's safety and deter potential perpetrators. The incidents of recent times have also re -sparked the discussion about security measures in schools and children's institutions.

Additional information on crime development in Austria can be found in the police crime statistics (PKS). These statistics capture the development of criminal events and is based on the Austrian Criminal Code. According to a current analysis, the figures of the crimes displayed in the security report of 2024 are listed in detail, whereby the strategic planning of the police is also supported.

The PKS is updated regularly in order to be adapted to changes in criminal legislation and social phenomena. This data is of crucial importance for the evaluation of the security situation in Austria and determine the orientation of future police measures. Security reports created by the Federal Ministry of the Interior and the Federal Ministry of Justice offer further insights into the country's criminal policy developments.

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